Braves sign three players to $500 contracts in MLB Draft

On July 14, 2026, the Atlanta Braves signed three players during the MLB Draft, each for $500. This unusual approach allowed the Braves to save $653,300 against their bonus pool. The signees include Jacob Jarrell, Parker Brosius, and Ben Zeigler-Namoa, all college seniors. Jarrell, a catcher from Clemson, hit 18 home runs in the 2026 season. Brosius, from Georgia Tech, recorded 13 homers, while Zeigler-Namoa, from Hawaii, is noted for his contact hitting. This strategy aims to allocate more resources for other draft picks.

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